China’s Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi(HSK) is a standardized Chinese proficiency test recognized by governments and corporations worldwide. It’s an international standardized exam that evaluates the Chinese language abilities of non-native Chinese speakers.
Hanbridge Mandarin offers one of the leading HSK preparations courses with an exceptional record of student pass rates.
Native teachers with expertise in HSK examinations will assist your journey to achieving HSK certification and speed your progress to Chinese Mandarin Proficiency.
While Hanbridge Mandarin's HSK Test Prep courses are divided into 6 levels in accordance with the levels of HSK test,and these courses can be tailored to your level and individual needs.
Intensive classes enhance your learning experience and equip you with the necessary skills for the test. We provide scientific and effective tutorials and training for you to score your best.
HSK Level 1 The 40-minute HSK Level I test is for those who can understand very simple Chinese, including greeting, introduction, the expression of age and number, time and dates, directions and so on. There’s no requirement in character reading. Hanbridge Mandarin will help you grasp the basic vocabulary, phrases and sentence structure in basic and common Chinese. You will be able to meet the basic needs for communication.
HSK Level 2 Focusing on listening and reading comprehension, the 55-minute HSK Level II test is intended for those who can read Chinese pinyin and understand a variety of simple phrases. At Hanbridge Mandarin, instruction will provide learners with a grasp of basic communicate about routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information. Learners will be introduced to some common topics in daily life and learn up to 300 words, as well as basic grammar.
HSK Level 3 The 90-minute HSK Level III exam adds writing to the test scenario which is targeted to those who can answer simple questions with short sentences on familiar topics. To prepare for it, learners at Hanbridge Mandarin will be introduced to intermediate-level communication for personal and professional life, as well as travel, and learn up to 600 words. Students will continue to build on their understanding of Chinese grammar and be able to write simple sentences in pinyin with sample vocabulary. At 105 minutes, the HSK Level IV test is intended for those who can easily communicate in Mandarin across all aspects of their daily lives. Learners will be introduced to many social and informal situations and learn up to 1200 words and some basic grammar points for listening, speaking and writing. Students should be able to converse easily with native Chinese speakers at this level.
HSK Level 4 At 105 minutes, the HSK Level IV test is intended for those who can easily communicate in Mandarin across all aspects of their daily lives. Learners will be introduced to many social and informal situations and learn up to 1200 words and some basic grammar points for listening, speaking and writing. Students should be able to converse easily with native Chinese speakers at this level.
HSK Level 5 The HSK Level V test lasts for 125 minutes and is for those with the ability to communicate fluently with native Chinese speakers. The Hanbridge Mandarin test preparation training will introduce learners to 2500 new words. In addition, students will be introduced to reading Chinese newspapers and magazines. Combined with further grammar instruction, the training prepares students to make a formal speech in Chinese.
HSK Level 6 This test takes 140 minutes and is focused on those who can read Chinese newspapers and magazines. Learners in the test preparation course will gain a deeper insight into Chinese culture and traditional customs and learn up to 5000 words and grammar points. Approaching language mastery at this level, students will be able to easily comprehend written Chinese and spoken information and be able to effectively express themselves in Chinese, both orally and on paper.
2021 HSK Test Dates |
Deadline for Registration | Date of Results Announced | ||
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Paper-based | Internet-based | Paper-based | Internet-based | |
Jan 9 (Sat) | Dec 13, 2020 | Dec 30 , 2020 | Feb 9 | Jan 25 |
Feb 6 (Sat) | Jan 10 | Jan 27 | Mar 13 ※ | Mar 1 ※ |
Mar 7 (Sun) | - | Feb 25 | - | Mar 22 |
Mar 20 (Sat) | Feb 21 | Mar 10 | Apr 20 | Apr 5 |
Apr 10 (Sat) | Mar 14 | Mar 31 | May 17 ※ | Apr 26 |
May 15 (Sat) | Apr 18 | May 5 | June 15 | May 31 |
June 19 (Sat) | May 23 | June 9 | July 19 | July 5 |
July 18 (Sun) | June 21 | July 8 | Aug 18 | Aug 2 |
Aug 22 (Sun) | July 26 | Aug 12 | Sept 22 | Sept 6 |
Sept 11 (Sat) | Aug 15 | Sept 1 | Oct 18 ※ | Sept 27 |
Oct 17 (Sun) | Sept 20 | Oct 7 | Nov 17 | Nov 1 |
Nov 6 (Sat) | - | Oct 27 | - | Nov 22 |
Nov 20 (Sat) | Oct 24 | Nov 10 | Dec 20 | Dec 6 |
Dec 5 (Sun) | Nov 8 | Nov 25 | Jan 5, 2022 | Dec 20 |
Covid-19 updates: Tests might be cancelled or changed due to different circumstances of each test center. You will be notified for any changes after registration. You can aslo call the specific test center to check if the tests are running as normal before you register.
※ The release date of the results will be postponed by one week because of the holiday.
Companies or professional industries and even universities that require Mandarin language skills will accept the HSK certificate as a proven level of attainment in the Mandarin language.
Whether you wish to study in China, enjoy a gap year or foreign exchange program, and start a new career in some of the world’s leading companies in China or even open doors and opportunities in Asia, an HSK certificate will boost your credentials for prospective employers and a recognized certificate of Mandarin language proficiency.
Successfully obtaining an HSK certificate adds critical points to the visa application form when you visit China whether for business, studying or professional career. Here are the scores and credits. See how much you can get.
积分项 | 标准 | 得分 |
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汉语水平 此 | 取得以汉语为教学语言的学 | 10 | 通过汉语水平考试(HSK | 10 | 通过汉语水平考试( | 8 | 通过汉语水平考试( | 6 | 通过汉语水平考试( | 4 | 通过汉语水平考试( | 2 |
Test Centers can be found all over the world in many countries.
HSK Test Centers | America (Pa | United K | Europe (R - U) | America (Mou | Asia (A - H) | America (Mid-Atl | Australia and New Z | Asia (I) | America (New En | Europe (F | Asia (J - K) | America (East North Ce | Europe (Ge | Asia (L - M) | America (West North Ce | Europe (R | Asia (N - S) | America (East South Ce | Europe ( | Asia (T - V) | America (West South Ce | Europe ( | Asia (Korea) | America (South Atl | Europe ( | Asia (Thailand) |
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Caribbean, Central America, South A | Africa |
Depending on your current level and target you want to reach and learning capacity. For HSK 1 it will take a few weeks to learn 150 words and in some cases a few days for rapid learners.
In order to reach the maximum level (HSK 6) it would take roughly around 2 years with daily practice on average. However, the most successful student in Hanbridge Mandarin school spent 10 months to reach the highest level from zero level.
Try the mock test to see your level. [ 模拟考试链接表格? ]
We absolutely support free online materials providing language access to all and helping to spread the love of language learning and Chinese culture. As free materials can give you a basic concept of the structure of Chinese, it is too fragmented to provide a school like learning environment to build the habit of learning. A fully structured course would benefit by working around your current vocabulary and fluency. Therefore having that 1-1 support and learning platform to track your learning progress would enhance your ability to master the language faster and more effectively.
We are dedicated to bridging the culture diversity all over the world and as Han people we welcome everybody with the same open arms. Hanbridge Mandarin, since 2008 have helped 1000’s of students to achieve their Chinese language goals and certifications. By providing full comprehensive course materials, dedicated professional teachers and convenience, we are one of the leading Mandarin institutions and dedicated to continuing bridging people for next decade.
The passing score for the exam is
120 out of potential 200 points for HSK 1 and 2.
180 out of potential 300 points for HSK 3 and 4 and 5.
There is no pass threshold for HSK 6 and therefore depends on the requirements of prospective employers or universities.